Park Info

Zion National Park Information

The new Zion National Park Visitors Center offers a state of the art visitor experience, and is only a 5 minute shuttle ride from Flanigan's Villas. Most notable is its outstanding outdoor interpretative center.

While many enjoy the top-down view of the nearby Grand Canyon, Zion Canyon is most easily experienced from the bottom up. In sheer magnitude and color, Zion is very likely one of the most awe-inspiring National Parks in the world with the annual number of visitors ranging over 3.5 million.

Elevations in the Park range from 4,000 feet in the valley floors to nearly 9,000 feet at the highest points. Rock climbers and hiking enthusiast from around the world come here to experience the vertical climbs and zig-zagging trails, which ascend to pinnacles, domes, arches, and spires.

The upper layers of porous sandstone allow water to seep thousands of feet through the rock, but the more dense layers force the water to exit and pour down the faces of the sheer walls. Where the water leaves the rock hanging gardens and natural stains line the walls, creating a tropical paradise in the midst of the otherwise arid desert surroundings.

Zion Nation Park Entrance Fees

7 Day Pass $25.00 per private vehicle or per family (if walking in).

National Parks Annual Pass is $80.00 for 1 year and gives access to any U.S. National Park.

Zion Canyon Shuttle

To reduce traffic and to improve the park experience, a new bus transportation system started operation on May 26, 2000. It runs during the busy season March through October. One loop includes stops in Zion Canyon, and the second includes stops in the town of Springdale. Parking is available throughout Springdale and inside the south park entrance.

Riding the shuttle in the park and Springdale is free and all visitors must use the shuttle buses to access Zion Canyon (March – October).

Only the scenic drive is closed to private vehicles. All other roads in the park remain open to private vehicles.

Winter Season

Consider staying in Zion Canyon in the winter season with mild temperatures, fewer visitors, serene views and less expensive lodging rates.

Other Nearby Attractions

The north rim of the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park and numerous State Parks are a day trip from the Villas. Why not make Flanigan's Villas your base camp for all your adventures.

What Guest Are Saying

“The best stay in Zion”

We stayed in Villa #2. It was wonderful. Everything you need and a great place to come home to after big days of hiking. We were 4 adults and they made the twin beds in the second bedroom into a king to accommodate us. Nice pool and hot tub too across the street at the main Inn. Great stay and perfect for family or friends.

“Coming here isn't like going on vacation, it's like coming home.”

Coming here isn't like going on vacation, it's like coming home. You have thoughtfully provided every amenity possible and have decorated “our home” just beautifully. We can’t wait to return and in the meantime we will spread the word about the wonderful welcome awaiting here.

- Valerie & Michael, San Ramon, CA.

“Hope to return someday”

Your home was as comfortable as our own-loved your personal touches, the many windows allow the beauty to come in & great art. It was a pleasure to return here each day after hiking to relax and enjoy “our home”. Hope to return someday..

- Brenda & Bill, Healdsburg, CA

“First class accommodation”

We have traveled extensively around the world and your home is first class accommodation. If we should ever be in this area again we will certainly stay here.

- Ray, Dan & Doron, Johannesburg, South Africa

“What a delightful home”

What a delightful home you have in such a spectacular place. We had a wonderful, peaceful & energizing experience as we looked around and discovered a new piece of art-both inside & out- a pure delight for the senses. Thank you for creating such a beautiful space to share with others. We’ll be back.

- Lisa & Larry, DC & Outerbanks, N.C

“This is the place!”

My family definitely got lucky this weekend. On of those unexpected treats in life you’ll always remember. Sometimes you walk into a house and get a warm comfortable feeling come over you that makes you feel like home. This is the place! You have a knack for making it special Our thanks to you for making this weekend even more than we had hoped f

- Jan’l Mark & Tawney, New bury Park, CA

“The perfect place to visit Zion from”

We were halfway through a trip around the canyons and national parks of Utah & Colorado and this has ben the best of the best. The perfect place to visit Zion from while providing a refreshing and relaxing location to appreciate the wonderful natural surroundings.

- Allan & Leslie, Edinburgh, Scotland

“Absolutely stunning”

Imagine our surprise and delight at walking in here after 3 days in Canyonlands NP backcountry. Absolutely stunning. I want a home like this for myself (including the piano that I can’t even play!) Everything was perfect from your reception staff & the Spotted Dog. We will definitely recommend this place to anyone showing the slightest interest in

- Corne & Rene, Johannesburg, South Africa

“Delighted in your beautiful home”

Delighted in your beautiful home. It was an extra pleasure to have 3 deer and several chooks pecking about the garden, too. The views from every window are superb. A wonderful sojourn to end this part of our USA holiday.

- Mark & Barbara from Australia

“Your Villa exceeded my expectations!”

I had seen photos on your website, however, your lovely Villa exceeded my expectations! The decorating is wonderful your selection of wall colors, furnishings, and original artwork were quite a treat. Definitely a home away from home. We will look forward to coming back again in the future and plan to recommend your villa to our family & friends.

- Oliver & Nancy, San Diego, CA

“Tastefully decorated and comfortable”

Beautiful friends to share the beautiful scenery with. Your is so tastefully decorated and comfortable. This vacation is one we will always treasure in our memory. Many Thanks! Or as we say in Malawi, “Zikomo Kwambiri !”

- Colin & Nancy, Mawali, Africa

“Beautiful Zion scenery”

I thought when I had made the reservation that I had made the right choice. When we arrived, I was sure of my decision. Sometimes what you see on the internet is not always what you get. Thank you for detailing your home to compliment the beautiful Zion scenery.